{
  "id": 12793664,
  "title": "Brewers set for another David vs. Goliath in NLCS with Dodgers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/brewers-set-for-another-david-vs-goliath-in-nlcs-with-dodgers",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T05:11:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/brewers-set-another-david-vs-051121599.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "San Diego - The Milwaukee Brewers face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series, mirroring the classic tale of David versus Goliath. The Brewers defeated the Padres 3-1 in a five-game Division Series, ending a 12-game postseason losing streak that was the longest in MLB history. This victory puts them in a prime position to challenge the two-time defending World Series champions. Jacob Misiorowski, a potential Cy Young favorite, will start Game 1 after a week's rest, allowing the Brewers to prepare for the Dodgers in a series that could determine the World Series contender. The Brewers, who have become familiar with the postseason, aim to return to the World Series for the first time since 1982 and win their first championship. Manager Pat Murphy emphasized the team's responsibility to their city and fans, noting that the expectations placed on them have fueled their determination. The Brewers' pitching staff has been dominant, allowing only 13 runs in four games, while striking out only one batter, Christian Yelich. The offense, however, has struggled, with just 13 runs scored in the series. Despite these challenges, the team remains confident, believing they have the right blend of talent and unity to overcome the Dodgers once again.",
  "summary": "Brewers' 3-1 win secures Milwaukee's spot in the final four.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Japan Times",
        "title": "Dodgers get past Braves in Game 4 to reach NLCS",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/dodgers-get-past-braves-in-game-4-to-reach-nlcs",
        "published": "2026-10-08T03:44:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Freddie Freeman reveals how Dodgers can help Tarik Skubal, Yoshinobu Yamamoto in NLCS",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/freddie-freeman-reveals-how-dodgers-can-help-tarik-skubal-yoshinobu",
        "published": "2026-10-08T03:48:40.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}